. "Aeronautics"@en . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . "Mechanical vibrations"@en . . "4" . "Not provided" . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Advanced aircraft structures"@en . . "5" . "Not provided" . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Introduction of aero elasticity"@en . . "3" . "Not provided" . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Selective topics on space upstream"@en . . "7.5" . "Not provided" . . "Hybrid"@en . "FALSE" . . "Selective topics on space downstream"@en . . "7.5" . "Not provided" . . "Hybrid"@en . "FALSE" . . "Dynamics of flight"@en . . "4.5" . "Movement of an airplane due to gravity, engine thrust and aerodynamic forces and moments. Calculations of flight stages, distance and duration. Aircraft stability and controllability parameters and their calculation relationships.\n\nOutcome:\nAble to use aircraft motion equations to determine important maintenance characteristics at different conditions of flight. - Course work. Exam.\r\nAble to estimate static stability and controllability of an aircraft at specific conditions of flight. - Practical work. Course work. Exam.\r\nAble to estimate dynamic stability of an aircraft at short period longitudinal motion. - Practical work. Course work. Exam.\r\nAble to estimate dynamic stability of an aircraft at long period longitudinal motion. - Laboratory work. Course work. Exam.\r\nAble to demonstrate theoretical knowledge of main regularities and research methods of the dynamics of flight. Able to solve typical tasks of the dynamics of flight. - Laboratory work. Course work. Exam." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aircraft maintenance and Its technical management"@en . . "6" . "The study course provides basic knowledge of aircraft maintenance management in an aviation company: organization, regulations, standards, procedures, maintenance and repair programmes.\n\nOutcome:\nKnows the basic concepts and terms of maintenance, basic knowledge of company management. - Practical work. Control work. Testing. Exam.\r\nKnows the types of aircraft maintenance, maintenance regulations. - Control work. Testing. Exam.\r\nKnows and understands PART-145 - Practical work. Control work. Testing. Exam.\r\nAble to organize aircraft maintenance and use technical means. - Control work. Testing. Exam.\r\nKnows work with technical staff. - Practical work. Control work. Testing. Exam.\r\nKnows work quality control in the field of aircraft maintenance automation. - Control work. Testing. Exam.\r\nKnows modern management methods in the field of aircraft maintenance. - Control work. Testing. Exam." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Modern materials and technologies in aeronautics"@en . . "6" . "During the study course, students will supplement their basic knowledge of modern materials - metal alloys, the development of their improvement techniques, as well as non-metallic materials used in aerospace, production of parts with modern additive technologies from metal and non-metallic materials. During the study course, the most characteristic materials of the aerospace industry and their properties, as well as the typical types of processing will be examined.\n\nOutcome:\nAble to obtain, select, critically evaluate and use information in the context of the study course. - Control work.\r\nAble to apply theoretical knowledge in production technology practice. - Calculations of practical work.\r\nAble to apply knowledge methods and tools for the acquisition of new knowledge and skills, development of social and professional competencies. - Control work. Laboratory works.\r\nAble to learn and apply best practices in aircraft construction and related technology areas in aircraft design. - Calculations of practical work.\r\nAble to perform technical feasibility study of the adopted design decisions. - Testing. Exam." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Propulsion with space applications"@en . . "7.5" . "The course covers the essentials of launchers and spacecrafts propulsion technologies, focusing on two main areas:\r\nThermal (chemistry) propulsion and electrical propulsion. The subjects treated in this course comprise performance\r\nparameters (thrust, specific impulse, etc.); Nozzle theory and thermodynamic relations; Rocket equation, staging,\r\nideal rocket theory; Solid propellant motor: components, propellants and propellant properties, performance, nozzle,\r\nthrust vectoring; Liquid propellant engine: components and subsystems, (mono- and bi-component) propellants,\r\nthrust chamber, tanks, pipes, pressure feeding systems, performance, nozzles, thrust vectoring; Cold gas thruster:\r\ncomponents and subsystems. Overview of electric propulsion systems: resistojet, ArcJet, magnetoplasmadynamic\r\nthruster, pulsed plasma thruster, ion thruster, field-emission thruster, Hall-effect thruster\n\nOutcome:\nAfter the course, the students shall be able to:\r\n• Apply the fundamental rocket theory, physical and mathematical tools to design and analyse propulsion systems\r\nfor launchers and spacecrafts.\r\n• Analyse and solve basic problems in rocket thermochemistry.\r\n• Perform preliminary design of propulsion sub-systems (thrust chambers, nozzles, tanks, etc.) for launchers and\r\nspacecrafts considering different propulsion technologies (solid, liquid and hybrid).\r\n• Execute preliminary designs of launchers and spacecrafts.\r\n• Analyse and solve basic problems in electric propulsion.\r\n• Apply the above-described techniques on real-world space vehicle projects, and report on this work both orally\r\nand in writing." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Introduction to aerospace engineering"@en . . "7" . "no data" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aeronautical safety systems and investigations"@en . . "3" . "Aviation safety principles. Accident causation, epidemiologic model, functional resonance model. \r\nSafety culture, production – protection dilemma, safety space. Hazards and risks, consequences, risk \r\nevaluation matrix. Risk management, cost-benefit analysis. Safety Management Systems, \r\nrequirements and frames for SSP and SMS. Acceptability levels. Statistics in safety. Safety \r\ninvestigation, authorities, responsibilities, procedures, participants. Investigation techniques, clues \r\nat the crash site. Data analysis, selection of hypotheses and check, investigation reporting\n\nOutcome: Not Provided" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Structural and vibrational analysis and design"@en . . "8" . "no data" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Propulsion systems"@en . . "5" . "Learning outcomes of the course unit:\nStudent will be able to mathematically describe physical processes in different types of rocket propulsion systems. He will be able to analyze chemical rocket propulsion systems from the viewpoint of thermodynamics and fluid flow in engines and motors. Student will be able to analyze the performance characteristics of rocket engines with different input parameters as well as in different ambient conditions. Student will be able to analyze the physical parameters of the working fluid using a computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Student will gain knowledge of the design of various types of electric rocket propulsion as well as their deployment in different types of space systems. Course Contents:\nClassification of different types of rocket propulsion systems.\nChemical rocket propulsion (overview, main types and uses).\nBasic flow equations and thermodynamics of gases.\nIsoentropic flow and nozzle flow.\nPerformance characteristics of chemical rocket engines (according to individual types).\nRocket engines for liquid and solid fuel.\nCFD simulation.\nElectromagnetic rocket propulsion (overview, main types and uses).\nPhysical principles of operation and reasons for the use of electromagnetic propulsion systems.\nPerformance characteristics of electromagnetic rocket motors (according to individual types).\nMain structural elements of electromagnetic rocket motors.\nExamples of practical use of electromagnetic drive systems." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Aircraft systems technologies and simulation lab"@en . . "12" . "The aim of the course is to provide fundamental methods and tools for the design and analysis of the main systems employed on aircrafts for the generation, the conversion, the regulation, the distribution and the use of energy and data. All the examined systems are described in terms of general architecture and working principle, and basic design practices are also presented for relevant cases, by using reduced-order analytical models. Specific sections of the course are dedicated to the reliability/safety analysis of onboard systems, as well as to the development of numerical codes for the simulation of systems' dynamics." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Numerical modelling of aeronautical components"@en . . "6" . "Learning outcomes\n\nThe course describes the fundamentals of the mathematical and geometrical methodologies for the setting-up of computation models to represent the geometry of complex and free shape objects. The theoretical and practical elements to model curves and surfaces by CAD tools are given." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Complements of aircraft systems"@en . . "6" . "The course aims to complete the general framework of the main on-board systems necessary for the operation of an aircraft, compared to what has already been illustrated in the Aircraft Systems course. The main airport systems, required for ground operations, are also described. For each system, the operating principle is described and for some of them simple analytical tools are provided for a preliminary design." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Aircraft materials"@en . . "2" . "Requirements for aircraft construction materials. Strength, techno-\nlogical (formability, heat treatment, joining methods) and" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aircraft maintenance engineering"@en . . "3" . "Aircraft as an object of operation. Operation strategies. Organisa-\ntion of aircraft operations. Standardisation of aircraft operation pro-\ncess. Probability of service in airworthiness. Operation definitions\nand methods. Major components of operation system structure and\nselection criteria. Structure of safe working life. Passenger aircraft\noperation. Operational safety factors of flights." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aircraft construction and installation"@en . . "7" . "Aircraft requirements and classification. Forces on aircrafts and hel-\nicopters. Static and dynamic loads. Overload factor, disposable\noverload, limitations. Selection of layout and basic airframe param-\neters, statistical factors. Wing structure and its components. Work\nof girder, semi-shell, shell structures. Structure and work of the wing\nnear the recess, nodes and connections. Wing mechanisation. Ai-\nlerons, empennage and control system. Fuselage and flight deck.\nLanding gear, characteristics and classification, landing gear re-\nquirements. Main and auxiliary landing gear design, suspension,\nairwheel design. Selection of layout and basic parameters of heli-\ncopter airframe. Lift rotor requirements; types and parameters" . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Basics of propulsion systems"@en . . "4" . "Thermodynamic state. The equations of state of perfect and real\ngases. Properties of gas mixtures. Principles of thermodynamics.\nCharacteristic transformations. Thermodynamic circuits. Funda-\nmentals of flow thermodynamics. Heat transfer: conduction, con-\nvection and radiation. Theoretical fundamentals of piston engines.\nTheoretical fundamentals of single and dual flow turbine jet engines\nand propeller turbine engines. Theoretical fundamentals of jet en-\ngines. Fundamentals of aeroplane propulsion systems (jet, helicop-\nter and propeller) with piston and turbine engines. Basic engine sys-\ntems (oiling, power, starting and ignition). Hydromechanical and\nelectronic control systems (FADEC). Engine parameter display\nsystems." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Aircraft measurement and diagnostic systems"@en . . "5" . "Classification of aircraft measuring instruments and systems.\nAircraft Traffic Environment. International Standard Atmosphere.\nOn-board installation of air pressure receivers. Aerometric Switch-\nboards. Angle of attack and glide sensors. Accelerometers and stall\ntransmitters. Aircraft heading measurement. Magnetic and induc-\ntive compasses. Theory and classification of gyroscopes. Review\nand characterisation of aeronautical gyroscopes. Characteristics of\naeronautical gyroscopic instruments and systems. Measurement\nand indication of engine exhaust gas temperature. Measurement\nand indication of rotational speed of engine rotors. Measurement\nand indication of pressure, fuel quantity and flow rate. Measure-\nment and indication of other engine operating parameters (vibra-\ntions, position of control bodies, unsteady compressor operation,\netc.). Essence of technical diagnostics. Basic terms and terminol-\nogy. Diagnostic signals and parameters. Diagnostic models. Diag-\nnostic algorithms. Diagnostic methods and equipment. Expert sys-\ntems in diagnostic inference process. Artificial neural networks in\ndiagnostic systems. Overview of design solutions for measurement\ncircuits and systems of selected aircraft used in the Polish Armed\nForces." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Aircraft power systems"@en . . "4" . "Classification of on-board electrical and energy systems (PUEE).\nAircraft accumulator batteries. Aircraft DC generators. Aircraft gen-\nerators of alternating current. Secondary sources of electrical\npower. On-board electrical power systems and their components.\nStructures of electrical power systems in a state of inoperability. El-\nements of on-board transmission and distribution systems. Light\nsignalling systems. Fire-fighting and anti-icing systems. Aircraft en-\ngine ignition systems." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "On-board visualization systems and simulators"@en . . "5" . "Evolution of aeronautical information imaging systems. Examples\nof instrument layout in the cockpit. Perception of information, char-\nacteristics of pilot-operator receptors. Elements of aeronautical er-\ngonomics. Electronic indicators. Computer-based information im-\naging systems. Construction and principle of operation of cathode" . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Theory of aircraft engines"@en . . "5" . "Operating principles of an aircraft piston engine and their charac-\nteristics. Operating parameters of a single-flow turbine jet engine.\nTwo-flow turbine jet engine and its application. Propeller and heli-\ncopter turbine engine. Parameters and operating characteristics of\ncomponents (inlet, compressor, combustion chamber, turbine and\ntypes of exhaust systems in turbine engines). Basic characteristics\nof turbine engines. Analysis of engine characteristics linking engine\nparameters to flight parameters. Conclusions resulting from the\nanalysis of fundamental importance to the problems of construction\nand operation of aircraft engines." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Strength of aircraft structures"@en . . "5" . "General information. Girders. Membrane theory of cylindrical\nshells. Free torsion of thin-walled prismatic bars. Open section\nbending and shearing of thin-walled bars. Bending and shear of\nthin-walled bars with closed cross-section. Sandwich construction\n(three layer construction). Elastic stability of bars. Elastic stability of\nplates. Structural work after loss of stability. Current directions of\ndevelopment of strength calculation methods for aeronautical struc-\ntures." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Aircraft structure design"@en . . "8" . "Aircraft requirements and classification. Selection of layout\nand basic airframe parameters, statistical factors. Construction of\nwing and its components. Work construction: girder, semi-shell,\ncrust. Structure construction and operation of the wing near the\nwingtip, nodes and connections. Wing mechanisation. Ailerons,\nempennage and control system. Fuselage and flight deck. Landing\ngear, characteristics and classification, landing gear requirements.\nMain and auxiliary landing gear design, suspension, airwheel" . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Aircraft propulsion systems"@en . . "4" . "Construction of aircraft propulsion systems with turbine engines\n(jet, propeller and helicopter) and piston engines; construction,\nloads and strength calculations of basic engine units and their parts;\nconstruction materials; engine installations - construction and prin-\nciples of operation, structure and operation of individual units, pro-\npellants and lubricants; hydro-mechanical and electronic control\nsystems; reduction gearing of aircraft engines; propeller construc-\ntion, propeller pitch control; inlet air dust collectors; starting of tur-\nbine and piston engines; operation and diagnosis of aircraft propul-\nsion systems; indication of operational parameters of propulsion\nsystems." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Design and manufacture of aircraft structures"@en . . "4" . "Specificity of the airframe as a production object. Methods of map-\nping airframe geometry. Methods of shaping parts from thin sheets\nand sections. Methods of manufacturing integral metal and compo-\nsite parts. Connection technologies used in the assembly of parts\nand subassemblies of airframes (riveting, bonding, gluing). Sub-as-\nsembly and final assembly. Methods of assuring quality and relia-\nbility of parts. Aircraft wear and damage. Capabilities\nand technologies for the repair of airframe coverings and strength\nmembers. Repairs of sandwich and composite structures." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Theory of aircraft engines"@en . . "5" . "Operating principles of an aircraft piston engine and their charac-\nteristics. Operating parameters of a single-flow turbine jet engine.\nTwo-flow turbine jet engine and its application. Propeller and heli-\ncopter turbine engine. Performance and characteristics of compo-\nnents (inlet, compressor, combustion chamber, turbine and types\nof exhaust systems in turbine engines). Basic characteristics of tur-\nbine engines. Analysis of engine characteristics linking engine pa-\nrameters to flight parameters. Conclusions resulting from the anal-\nysis of fundamental importance to the problems of construction and\noperation of aircraft engines." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Strength of aircraft structure"@en . . "5" . "General information. Girders. Membrane theory of cylindrical\nshells. Free torsion of thin-walled prismatic bars. Bending and\nshearing of thin-walled bars with open section. Bending and shear\nof thin-walled bars with closed section. Sandwich construction\n(three layer construction). Elastic stability of bars. Elastic stability of\nplates. Structural work after loss of stability. Current development\ntrends of strength calculation methods for aeronautical structures." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Aircraft construction"@en . . "4" . "Evolution of aircrafts and helicopters design, classifications. Forces\noperating on airplane and helicopter. Static and dynamic loads.\nOverload factor, disposable overload, limitations. Load curve. Wing\nand rotor blade loads. Loads on ailerons, flaps and spoilers and\ncontrol system. Fuselage and landing gear loads. Design trend\nanalysis. Preliminary mass estimation. Wing, blade, fuselage, land-\ning gear, mechanisation elements of control systems. Airframe and\npropulsion system interaction." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Aircraft propulsion systems"@en . . "8" . "Construction of aircraft propulsion systems with turbine engines\n(jet, propeller and helicopter) and piston engines; construction," . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Aircraft fuels and lubricants"@en . . "1" . "General information about fuels and lubricants. Aviation fuels -\nmethods of obtaining, properties, energy characteristics. Combus-\ntion process of hydrocarbon fuels. Basic fuel combustion reactions.\nAviation fuels - basic characteristics, normative requirements, as-\nsortment range and principles of use. Additives to aviation fuels.\nMethods of assessing resistance to knocking combustion. Fuels for\naviation turbine engines - basic characteristics, normative require-\nments, assortment range and principles of use. Fuel additives. Air-\nport control of fuel quality. Deposits and smoking. Malfunctions of\naviation turbine engines related to fuel quality. Lubricating oils used\nin aviation - basic characteristics, normative requirements, range\nand principles of use. Greases, technical and auxiliary fluids used\nin aviation. Transport, storage and distribution of fuels and lubri-\ncants." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Aircraft power supply systems"@en . . "6" . "no data" . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Mechanical vibrations"@en . . "4" . "no data" . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Advanced aircraft structures"@en . . "5" . "no data" . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Introduction of aero elasticity"@en . . "3" . "Influence of aeroelasticity phenomena over aircraft stability and controllability characteristics." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Aircraft propulsion"@en . . "no data" . "This module introduces students with the basics of aircraft propulsion systems. It will provide an understanding of the different propulsion systems for subsonic and supersonic flight and understanding of performance parameters of air breathing engines." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aircraft propulsion"@en . . "no data" . "Anotation:\r\n\r\nThis course gives basic knowledge of the aircraft propulsion theory, thermal cycles of aircraft powerplants and basics of aero- and thermodynamics of aircraft powerplants components. The influence of design parameters on propulsion system efficiency, specific fuel consumption and thrust is analyzed for the given flight velocity. Design layouts of the aerospace propulsion units are introduced and function of their components is described. The focus is given on the comparison of various systems and the choose of the appropriate one. Enviromental aspects are mentioned together with the common and alternative fuels and energy sources.\r\nStudy targets:\r\n\r\nThe goal of study is the description of the enegetical transformation in aerospace propulsion systems and their properties.\r\nCourse outlines:\r\n\r\n1.\t \tHistorical overview, forces acting on an aircraft, thrust, power, efficiency\r\n2.\t \tPropulsion systems, their thrust and power\r\n3.\t \tPropeller, basic aerodynamics, thrust, power, efficiency and dimensionless parameters\r\n4.\t \tApplied thermodynamics and aerodynamics\r\n5.\t \tAircraft piston engines\r\n6.\t \tTurbine engines\r\n7.\t \tBasics of the turbomachinery aerodynamics\r\n8.\t \tAxial and radial compressors\r\n9.\t \tTurbines for aircraft powerplants\r\n10.\t \tIntake ducts and nozzles\r\n11.\t \tCombustion chambers\r\n12.\t \tTurbojet, turbofan and turboprop engines\r\n13.\t \tDependence of powerplant characteristics on the flight velocity and altitute\r\n14.\t \tNoise and enviromental issues of aircraft powerplants\r\nExercises outline:\r\n\r\nExcercises are focused on the practising of computational methods which were explained during lectures. Basic methods are used to determine thrust, power and efficiency for aircraft powerplants and propellers. Advantages and disadvantages of various propulsion systems are analyzed and compared. Results are discussed in order to obtain theoretical background for choosing of the appropriate propulsion system for given aircraft." . . "no data"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aircraft structures and materials"@en . . "no data" . "Anotation:\r\n\r\nThe course is an introduction lecture for structure branch aerospace technologyavionics and air trafics. The course acquaints with fundamental types of aircraft structures, forces acting on the aircraft structures and aircraft materials. It further acquaints with functions of aircraft control surfaces. Philosophy of the safety, reliability, strength certification, and airworthiness as well as the aviation regulations is given.\r\nStudy targets:\r\n\r\nThe goal of the course is get to know and understand fundamentals of aircraft structures. It represents an understanding of philosophy of an aircraft structure design (types of structures, loads, structure limit states, ...) in relation to the safety, reliability and certifications required by the aviation regulations.\r\nCourse outlines:\r\n\r\n1.\t \tHistory and development of aeronautics.\r\n2.\t \tDesign philosophy and role of certification specifications.\r\n3.\t \tSafety, reliability and airworthiness.\r\n4.\t \tLoading of aircraft and load factor.\r\n5.\t \tManoeuvring loads. Manoeuvring envelope of load factor.\r\n6.\t \tGust load. Gust envelope and envelope of limit load factor.\r\n7.\t \tMass of aircraft, centre of gravity position, mass envelope.\r\n8.\t \tClassification of aircraft. Fundamental parts and systems.\r\n9.\t \tFundamental parts of airframe, aircraft materials and loading distribution on the structure.\r\n10.\t \tWing construction.\r\n11.\t \tLift and drag devices.\r\n12.\t \tFuselage construction.\r\n13.\t \tEmpennage construction.\r\n14.\t \tUndercarriage\r\nExercises outline:\nIn the introductory part, the exercises will be focused on practical exercises of the state relations between the quantities of the international standard atmosphere and the calculation of basic aerodynamic force effects. Furthermore, they will introduce the content of building regulations and the way they are used in load design (flight envelopes of operational multiples) according to a specific category of aircraft. In the final part, the assembly of the mass envelope and the methodology of the airframe certificate will be practiced by numerical strength control of selected parts of the airframe (beam, cavity, strut). Excursions will also be organized as part of the exercise with practical examples of testing aircraft structures." . . "no data"@en . "TRUE" . . "Experimental methods in aeronautics"@en . . "no data" . "Anotation:\n\nIntroduction to the basic methods of measuring non-electrical quantities, procedures for conducting engineering experiments, evaluation and processing of data. Introduction to basic methods of aircraft specifics testing. Processing of individual labs and practical demonstrations of experimental techniques and procedures.\nStudy targets:\n\nIntroduction to basic methods of aircraft specifics testing.\nCourse outlines:\n\n1. Motivational first introduction, overview of quantities, dimensional analysis, the organization of the experiment, safety, accuracy of measurement, uncertainty, the comparison of results of experiments and calculations\n2. Data aquisition software for experiment control and data processing, basic instrumentation\n3. Analog and digital signal processing, signal filtering\n4. Sensors for measuring non-electrical values\n5. Aerodynamics - tunnel force measurement, pressure measurement\n6. Mechanics - strain gauge analysis\n7. Mechanics - specifics of testing aircraft materials and assemblies, strength testing, buckling\n8. Mechanics - Stress tests of aircraft structures, fatigue\n9. Climatic resistance\n10. Measurement of vibration and noise, experimental modal test, aeroelasticity\n11. Flight Tests\n12. Excursion - strength and fatigue testing\n13. Excursion - testing of turbine engines\n14. Evolution of aircraft structures testing methods\nExercises outline:\n\n1. Aerodynamics - basic pressure measurements\n2. Aerodynamics - advanced measurements of flow fields\n3. Strength - determination of basic strength properties of materials\n4. Strength - application of strain gauges\n5. Modal analysis\n6. Noise\n7. Nondestructive testing of structures" . . "no data"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aeronautical systems 1"@en . . "3" . "Thepresentation of basics of aeronautical systems: principles of operation and applications" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Introduction to aerospace"@en . . "2" . "Basic knowledge about history of avaiation\n Knowledge of present problems of avaiation\n Knowledge of basic terms on aeronautical technology. fter subject is completed student should have the basic knowledge on:\n • the history of aviation,\n • present problems of aviation,\n • basic terms on aeronautics and aircraft technology." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Hybrid propulsion and new launch systems"@en . . "6" . "Definition of propulsion by rocket : static performance of rockets for launch to space missions ; definition of thrust and drag ; equation of motion of a rocket ; state variables and control ; constraints on the trajectory . Performance of single\u0002stage and multistage rocket . Definition of thrust requirements for performing space missions. Definition and \r\nclassification of Propellants for hybrid engines. Process Combustion : subsonic combustion . Influence of the initial conditions of the propellant . Calculation of the temperature of combustion in conditions of chemical equilibrium. \r\nSizing and design procedures for (a) Injection system (injectors), (b) nozzle, (c) thrust chamber. New launch systems: \r\n(a) gun launch to orbit ( ram accelerator and railgun ), (b) launch from aircraft in subsonic flight, (c) airbreathing SSTO \r\nlaunch vehicles." . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Low thrust propulsion"@en . . "no data" . "The course will provide the basics of low thrust engines: applications and classifications for chemical and electrical \r\nLTE, exothermic and endothermic engines. Thruster Principles, The Rocket Equation. Specific Impulse. Thruster \r\nEfficiency. Monopropellant cold thrusters, Bi-propellant thrusters, Resistojet. Design of small thrusters: tank design, \r\nfeed systems, catalyst, thrust chamber, nozzle. Electric Propulsion Background and Electric Thruster Types, Ion \r\nThruster Geometry. Force Transfer in Ion and Hall Thrusters. Basic Plasma Physics. Coulomb force, Electric Field, \r\nMagnetic field, Lorentz equation, Maxwell’s Equations . Plasma as a Fluid: Conservation Equations. Diffusion in \r\nPartially Ionized Gases. Diffusion and Mobility Without and Across Magnetic Fields. Sheaths at the Boundaries of \r\nPlasmas: Debye Sheaths, Pre-Sheaths, Child–Langmuir Sheaths. Generalized Sheath Solution. Ion Thruster Plasma \r\nGenerators. DC Discharge Ion thruster. 0-D Ring-Cusp Ion Thruster Model. Magnetic Multipole Boundaries. Electron \r\nand Ion Confinement. Power and Energy Balance in the Discharge Chamber. rf Ion Thrusters. 2-D Computer Models \r\nof the Ion Thruster Discharge Chamber. Ion Thruster Accelerator Grids: configurations and life; Ion Optics and \r\nPerveance Limits. Electron Back-streaming. High-Voltage and Electrode Breakdown. Hollow Cathodes. \r\nOverview and History of Airbreathing hypersonic propulsion. Airbreathing engine design and sizing for given mission \r\nrequirements. Inlet, combustor and nozzle design. Rayleigh equation for heat flux in subsonic and supersonic \r\ncombustion. Performance. Solid and liquid Propellants. CFD for ramjet and scramjet applications." . . "no data"@en . "FALSE" . . "Propulsion systems 1"@en . . "5" . "Learning about basic kinds of aircraft propulsions. Skills in calculations of basic parameters of the aircraft engine cycle like thrust, efficiencies, fuel consumption." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aeronautical systems 2"@en . . "3" . "The presentation of basics of aeronautical systems: principles of operation and applications. After completing the course the students will be familiar principles of operation and applications of\n selected aeronautical systems" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aircraft design 1"@en . . "3" . "To learn about creating the airplane concept. After completing his course the students will be able to specify technical requirements, analyse costs and weights, create initial sketches of the airplane and modify design parameters to achieve desired flight performances" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aircraft engine design 1"@en . . "3" . "Acquainting students with construction, operation, and application of aircraft engines; the selection and rational designing and calculation techniques for parts and units of aircraft engines. After completing his course the students will be able to specify and implement methods of design of aircraft engines and its elements" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aircraft engine design 2"@en . . "2" . "Practical training based on the course “Design of Aircraft Engines I”. After completing his course the students will be able to specify and implement methods of design of aircraft engines and its elements" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aircraft maintenance"@en . . "2" . "Maintenance regulations. Dependences between design and maintenance philosophies from safety and cost-effectiveness point of view. Aircraft and airspace as elements in exploitations systems. Maintenance systems. Modeling of operation&maintenance process and effectiveness of exploitation system. Reliability, availability, durability, safety and security problems and their assessment . Maintenance of aging aircraft and novel aircraft. Reliability and maintenance characterization. Diagnostic methods: non destructive evaluation(NDE) and health monitoring (SHM, EHM, HUMS). Flight safety. After completing this course the students will have skills to improve maintenance from safety and cost-effectiveness points of view." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Simulation of aeronautical systems"@en . . "3" . "After completing the course students will be able to use and create simulation tools in various fields of technology." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Structure and assebling of airframe"@en . . "2" . "Selected cases of flight loads and ground loads. Structural components of conventional airframes. Initial sizing.\n Tooling for assembling. Conventional airframe assembling methods and fixtures. Jigless assembling" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Developing extra aeronautical activities"@en . . "no data" . "no data" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aircraft engines maintenance"@en . . "2" . "To teach students about the basic principles of aircraft engines maintenance systems designing and\n implementing. As a result of subject completion a student acquires knowledge in: basic aircraft engines maintenance systems, typical damages of aircraft engine parts and methods of engine testing." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Simulators"@en . . "2" . "to make students familiar with the base principles of simulators design in aeronautics and other fields of technology" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "System dynamics, modelling and propulsion"@en . . "7.50" . "NA" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Fundamental aero-propulsion"@en . . "7.50" . "NA" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Further aero-propulsion"@en . . "7.50" . "NA" . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Principles of flight test"@en . . "7.50" . "NA" . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Aircraft propulsion"@en . . "5.00" . "Unit Information\nThe objectives of this unit are to introduce students to the essential features of aircraft propulsion, and perform calculations associated with gas turbine propulsive systems and propeller-driven aircraft.\n\nYour learning on this unit\nOn successful completion of this unit, the students will be able to:\n\ndiscuss design considerations for aircraft propulsion systems;\ndescribe and discuss the essential features of aircraft gas turbine engine design, and essential aspects of propeller-driven aircraft;\nperform calculations on gas turbine and propeller performance." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Gas dynamics"@en . . "3.00" . "Course Contents - How to apply the basic laws of mechanics and thermodynamics to describe compressible flows.\n- How can we properly describe a compressible flow field using the Euler equation + jump relations.\n- Understand the concept of characteristics and invariants in the context of linear and non-linear flows.\n- How to apply characteristics for non-linear flows for the computation of isentropic unsteady flows.\n- Understand the relation between shock waves and characteristics.\n- Application of Hugoniot and Poisson curves to solve a Riemann problem.\n- Definition of characteristics for 2D steady flows, and similarity with 1D unsteady flows (time-like and space-like).\n- How can use the method of characteristics and method of waves to compute a 2D compressible flow field.\n- Investigate the effect of viscosity and heat transfer in a 1D flow (Fanno and Rayleigh flow).\nStudy Goals At the end of this course, the student will be able to:\n- Understand aerodynamic concepts and apply aerodynamic theory for compressible flows.\n- Apply the fundamental equations of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics to describe compressible flows; derive the governing\nequations for compressible flow and discuss the terms.\n- Derive the jump relations for the Euler equations and describe their relation to shock waves.\n- Discuss the role of entropy in combination with the jump relation for a correct description of a flow field.\n- Explain the concept of characteristics and invariants for 1D unsteady and 2D steady flows and how to use them for flow field\ncomputations (MOC).\n- Understand the role of characteristics in shock wave formation, elaborate on the theory of simple waves.\n- Derive the equations governing 1D flows through channels and nozzles in presence of viscosity and heat transfer. Explain the\nphysical phenomena and processes that occur." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Advanced aircraft design I"@en . . "4.00" . "no data" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Combustion for propulsion and power technologies"@en . . "4.00" . "Course Contents 1. Thermodynamics of combustion\n2. Chemical kinetics\n3. Radiation and transport processes\n4. Premixed and diffusion flames\n5. Turbulent reactive flows\n6. Combustion experiments and diagnostics\n7. Laboratory Tutorial & Exercise\n8. Practical combustion systems for aerospace applications\nStudy Goals Write chemical equations and perform stoichiometry calculations.\n Compute heating values of fuels, enthalpies of formation- and adiabatic flame temperature.\n Apply principles of thermodynamics to analyze reacting mixtures at chemical equilibrium.\n Describe the fundamentals of the physics involved in premixed- and diffusion flames.\n Derive equations related to turbulent reacting flows and chemistry interaction.\n Explain laser diagnostics and their role in understanding combustion.\n Discuss critical mechanisms for improving the efficiency and reducing the emissions of air-breathing combustion systems.\n Provide phenomenological descriptions of pollutant formation of conventional combustion systems." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Modeling, simulation and application of propulsion and power systems"@en . . "5.00" . "Course Contents 2nd EDUCATION PERIOD\nPart 1 (2 ECTS)\nModule 1 Introduction, Context, Foundations\nModule 2 Conservation equations\nModule 3 Modeling paradigms\nModule 4 Numerical methods and software\nModule 5 Modelica\nModule 6 Constitutive equations\nModule 7 Components and system modeling\nModule 8 Verification and validation\n3rd EDUCATION PERIOD\nPart 1 (1 ECTS)\nModule 9 Model-based control\nTake Home exam\nPart 2 (2 ECTS)\nModule 10 - Team Project to be chosen among\na Aero engine with GSP or GTPsim\nb Power or propulsion system with Modelica\nStudy Goals After learning the content of the course, the student will be able to:\nGiven an engineering problem related to propulsion and power systems, use the 9-steps method to create or select the appropriate\nmodel and run and interpret simulations in order to obtain a good solution of such problem, and communicate the results.\nIn particular, this overarching objective can be obtained by developing the following theoretical capabilities:\n1. Describe the role and types of models in Propulsion and Power Systems Engineering, and define which different modeling\nparadigms and numerical methods are most appropriate or needed to develop a system model given its purpose.\n2. Formulate a mathematical model for a typical propulsion and power system or component, by first analyzing the functionality\nof a system by means of a process flow diagram; by defining the energy, mass, and momentum conservation balances for the\nsystem of interest, and choosing the most appropriate form of conservation equations; by selecting the constitutive equations\nrequired to close the mathematical model (thermophysical models of fluids, chemical reaction eqs, heat transfer correlations,\netc.).\n3. Choose and configure numerical techniques for the solution of non-linear algebraic and differential-algebraic equation systems,\nwhich result from the formulation of a mathematical model.\n4. Implement and code a system model of a power and propulsion application by adopting an object-oriented modeling approach\n(use of modularity, hierarchy, predefined connectors and inter-module variables).\n5. Evaluate the reliability and possibly the fidelity of a model in the light of its purpose (model validation)\n6. Use system models to solve engineering problems such as system performance assessment, preliminary design of the system\nand its components, the design of control strategies and the tuning of controller parameters, as well as communicate the results of\nthe engineering analysis both verbally, and by means of a technical report." . . "Blended"@en . "TRUE" . . "Thermal rocket propulsion"@en . . "4.00" . "Course Contents The course focuses on thermo-(chemical) rocket propulsion system analysis and design. Topics dealt with include:\n1. Fundamentals of (thermo-chemical) rocket propulsion;\n2. Ideal rocket motor/nozzle: Ideal performances, optimum thrust, characteristic velocity and thrust coefficient, and quality\nfactors;\n3. Nozzles: Types of nozzles (conical, bell, etc.), nozzle dimensions, flow divergence, boundary layers, under- and overexpansion, and Summerfield criterion;\n4. Chemical propellants: Molar mass, specific heat ratio and adiabatic flame temperature calculation for gas mixtures\n(based on known reaction equation), mass density, dynamic viscosity, thermal conductivity;\n5. Chemical equilibrium calculations, hemical equilibrium flow, frozen flow and chemical kinetics; Introduction to program for\ncalculation of chemical equilibrium gas composition and\ngas properties (in tutorial);\n6. Heat transfer & cooling: Convection, radiation and conduction;\n7. Cooling: Thermal insulation, ablation, radiation, film, dump and regenerative cooling;\n8. Liquid rocket engine combustor design: Steady state internal ballistics, liquid\ninjection, operating pressure, chamber pressure drop, and characteristic length;\n9. Solid rocket motor combustor design*: solid regression, grain shape and internal ballistics including operating pressure,\nnecessary\ncondition(s) for stable operation, pressure sensitivity for initial temperature and change in Klemmung, local conditions (flow\nvelocity, pressure, etc.)), and two phase flow;\n10. Hybrid rocket motor combustor design*: Solid regression, grain shape, (quasi-)steady operation (operating pressure, and\nlocal\nconditions (flow velocity, pressure, etc.));\n11-13 Liquid propellant storage and feed systems including gas-pressure and pump fed systems, motor cycles and propellant\ndistribution;\n14. Capita Selecta\n* Only one of the two will be dealt with. This varies from year to year.\nStudy Goals At the end of this course, the student shall be able to perform important steps in the analysis and design of thermo-(chemical)\nrocket propulsion systems using basic methods that allow for taking into account fluid flow, heat addition, propellant thermochemistry, heat transfer and cooling, liquid, solid or hybrid ballistics, (liquid) propellant feeding, and propellant storage." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Micropropulsion"@en . . "4.00" . "Course Contents (1) Fundamental theory and state-of-art of micro-propulsion systems for small satellites;\n(2) Down-scaling and manufacturing of miniaturized propulsion systems and components;\n(3) Individual project (variable topic and goals, see below).\n\nStudy Goals Understand the basics of micro-propulsion systems for small satellites and their fundamental differences to larger scale space\npropulsion.\n Apply the basic theory to identify the most important requirements for a micro-propulsion system, starting from the relevant top\n-level mission and satellite requirements.\n Understand and apply down-scaling rules for the miniaturization of propulsion and fluidic systems.\n Know, compare and apply (if required by the specific individual project taken by the student) the main available manufacturing\ntechniques for micro-propulsion systems and components, their range of applicability and their advantages/drawbacks.\n Critically analyze the available state-of-art micro-propulsion options, identify their peculiar characteristics and ranges of\napplicability, discuss and justify the most suitable one(s) based on given mission and satellite requirements.\n Actively contribute to solve the challenges and achieve the goals of the current micro-propulsion research in the SpE\ndepartment, by performing the tasks of a specific project, chosen among the ones proposed by the responsible instructor.\n Acquire hands-on skills on one or more of the following (depending on the specific individual project selected by the student):\nmicro-propulsion laboratory and testing activities; design of micro-propulsion systems and components; micro-propulsion\nverification/optimization by means of analytical or numerical tools; or combinations of the above." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Spacecraft propulsion systems"@en . . "6.00" . "Learning Outcomes\nThe module gives a technical overview of rocket and spacecraft propulsion systems. Students will understand the basic principles and\nsystem solutions for a large variety of propulsion technologies.\nAfter successful completion of this module, students will be able to\n- name and classify propulsion systems that are used in space projects,\n- explain the principles physical principles of propulsion (e.g. Newton's laws, rocket equation, thrust, staging),\n- recognize the application of propulsion systems for different orbital maneuvers,\n- explain the working principles, technologies, challenges, and application areas of the most relevant types of propulsion systems (electric,\nsolid, liquid, hybrid, airbreathing)\n- explain the working principles and application areas of less conventional non-chemical propulsion systems,\n- explain the classification, thermodynamic principles, characteristics, and application areas of space propellants,\n- calculate the delta-v for space maneuvers,\n- calculate the main parameters for the design of electrical propulsion systems (e.g. specific impulse, propellant mass, transfer duration),\n- calculate the main parameters for the design of chemical propulsion systems (e.g. specific impulse, mass flow, nozzle parameters,\npropellant mass/volume, pressure, tanks),\n- develop and draw the architecture of a chemical propulsion system.\nContent\n- Applications and classification of spacecraft propulsion systems\n- Theoretical basics of rocket propulsion systems (e.g. fundamental rocket equation, staging, ascent trajectories)\n- Characteristic parameters of space propulsion (e.g. thrust, impulse, velocity)\n- Basics of orbital mechanics for spacecraft maneuvers\n- Electric propulsion systems (e.g. electrothermal, resistojets, arcjets, electromagnetic, electrostatic)\n- Other non-chemical propulsion systems (e.g. nuclear, launch assist, propellantless, gas, antimatter, space elevator, interstellar)\n- Solid propulsion systems\n- Hybrid propulsion systems\n- Space propellants (e.g. liquid, solid, gel, green)\n- Fundamentals of thermodynamics, gas dynamics, and nozzles\n- Liquid propulsion systems\n- Tank design and propellant feed systems\n- Injection system\n- Airbreathing propulsion systems (ramjet and scramjet)" . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Aeroengine technology"@en . . "5.00" . "no data" . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" . . "Aerospace control"@en . . "6.0" . "This module forms the core of the UAV autopilot design and focuses on flight control. The students will learn how to analyse various problems in aerospace engineering as describe them as advanced linear and non-linear systems. Advanced control aspects include multivariable control, advanced feedback controllers as well as digital implementation of such controllers. The module gives students a sound understanding of control systems analysis and synthesis using state-space techniques to develop a UAV flight controller which will be applied on a UAV testbed." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aircraft performance"@en . . "6.0" . "This module covers basic aspects of flight to determine climb and descent operations and the Breguet range equation based on physical parameters of the vehicle. It also explores the effects of aircraft propulsion systems on range and duration as well as take-off and landing performance. The theoretical aspects in this module will be demonstrated in virtual flight experiments using VR technology" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Flight dynamics"@en . . "6.0" . "This module completes the description of the aircraft flight physics and explores the mathematical modelling and simulation of fixed wing aircraft. In particular, will learn to linearise the equations of motions to describe the dynamic stability of aircraft and the response to control inputs. The analytical description will be compared to results obtained using software tools for aircraft design and simulation for an existing UAV design." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Gas dynamics"@en . . "9.0" . "The course serves the purpose of giving knowledge of the fundamental properties of compressible flow with\nspecial attention to wave phenomena, their generation, propagation, interaction among themselves and\nwith bodies, and steepening. Physical description, analytical modeling and numerical solution will be\ncarefully presented and discussed." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Rocket propulsion"@en . . "9.0" . "The Rocket Propulsion course provides the basic theory and the physical-mathematical tools necessary for the analysis and design of rocket propulsion systems, presents and discusses the main performance parameters of rockets and introduces the main families of chemical rockets by analyzing their characteristic components and their influence on design, performance, cost and environmental impact. The course also provides the student with a series of calculation examples aimed at fixing the theory and comparing it with typical examples of rocket motors used in launchers and in space propulsion.\nAt the end of the course students must have acquired:\n- Knowledge and ability to apply the ideal rocket theory with particular reference to tandem and parallel staging and to the environmental impact generated by propulsive and structural inefficiencies\n- Knowledge and ability to apply the theory of steady one-dimensional flows with reference to the typical applications of rocket propelled vehicles\n- Knowledge and ability to apply the ideal nozzle theory with particular reference to the main performance parameters and operation in unsuitable conditions\n- Knowledge and ability to apply the thermochemistry applied to chemical propulsion with particular reference to relationships with performance parameters and the limits and possibilities of chemical propulsion\n- Knowledge of the main combinations of propellants available for chemical propulsion and critical view of the pros and cons of each of them included the toxicity of several combinations and its consequence in terms of production, tests, and costs\n- Knowledge of the main components that make up a solid propellant rocket motor and ability to apply the theory of internal zero-dimensional ballistics.\n- Knowledge of the main components that make up a liquid propellant rocket engine and ability to estimate its performance according to the propellant properties\n- Knowledge of the main development directions of rocket propulsion for applications in the field of launchers and space propulsion with hints to the control of the generation of space debris from launcher upper stages." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Spacecraft propulsion"@en . . "6" . "Provide a fundamental knowledge of in-space propulsion systems, i.e., thrusters which are used in space missions for a variety of applications, including deep space exploration, attitude control and station keeping. Provide the necessary tools and models for analyzing the operation and performance of electrothermal, electrostatic, electromagnetic, and nuclear thermal rockets. Attention will be devoted to \"green\" alternatives to conventional chemical propulsion systems for future spacecraft to improve overall propellant efficiency, while reducing the handling concerns associated with the usage of toxic fuels." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Computational gas dynamics"@en . . "6.0" . "One of the greatest difficulties encountered in the practical use in terms of engineering applications of computational fluid dynamics is the competitiveness of tasks, and related problems, which are by their nature very different. To name a few: the choice of computational mesh, solution algorithm, turbulence model, etc.\n\nTherefore, the training objectives will focus on the knowledge and understanding of a broad spectrum of numerical methods, physical models and analysis techniques relevant to aerodynamic design in the compressible regime, as well as on the acquisition of the ability to identify the physical problem of interest, the choice of an appropriate approach for numerical modeling and the critical evaluation of the results obtained.\n\nIn addition, great emphasis will be placed on a project, hopefully a group project, aimed at the solution/simulation of a specific problem. This will address virtually all phases of the CFD workflow, pre-processing, resolution and post-processing. The team will have to organize meetings, manage resources, handle task dependence, report on calculations, and conduct comprehensive analysis.\n\nThe group project is central to this course, as it creates a virtual consulting environment, bringing together students with diverse backgrounds to solve a real problem.\n\nProblem solving and project coordination must be undertaken on an individual and team basis. Students will also develop interpersonal skills needed to pursue their future careers as engineering and technology leaders.\n\nAt the end of the project, the team will give a presentation in which they will outline the problems encountered and the results achieved." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Dynamics and control of launch vehicles"@en . . "6.0" . "Course content covers the fundamentals of launch vehicle flight mechanics, including the optimal planning of the ascent trajectory of a (possibly reusable) launch vehicle from the launch base to payload insertion into orbit, and the analysis of stability and control of the vehicle in atmospheric flight.\n\nKey factors affecting launch vehicle performance, such as mission requirements, atmospheric conditions, and launch-site location, will also be explained to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the context in which launch vehicles operate.\n\nThe course give emphasis on the ability to apply the knowledge learned to solve numerical problems typical of launch vehicle flight mechanics, such as trajectory planning and control of a large flexible booster." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aerospace thermal structures"@en . . "6.0" . "The course aims to provide the theoretical basis to address the study of thermal and thermoelastic problems in aerospace structures, induced by the thermal environment of the missions of aeronautical and space systems, with particular attention to the phenomena of radiative exchange. The technology relating to piezoelectric materials is also introduced with a view to structural monitoring, the treatment of which is deeply interconnected with the thermoelastic one following a close analogy in the mathematical formulation. Structural monitoring technologies based on the use of piezoelectric materials and energy harvesting technologies from mechanical vibrations connected to them constitute a transversal reference for applications in the monitoring of industrial systems, vehicles and intelligent infrastructures." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Hypersonic propulsion"@en . . "6.0" . "This course offers the opportunity to integrate the preparation acquired in the basic courses with advanced methodologies to cope with propulsion systems operating at hypersonic speeds. The course is mainly focused on high-speed airbreathing systems with and without turbomachinery. High-speed inlets, mixers, isolators, combustors, and exhaust systems are discussed in detail.\nLearning objectives\nGeneral\nThe learning objectives are to provide the basic knowledge and skills for studying and analyzing aerothermodynamics and performance under design and off-design conditions of airbreathing propulsion systems operating at hypersonic speeds such as ramjets and scramjets, oblique detonation wave engines, and combined cycle systems.\nDetailed\nUpon completion of this course, the student will be able to:\n- Assess the performance of a ramjet/scramjet propulsion system\n- Discuss the working principles of a supersonic and hypersonic intake system\n- Use reduced models to analyze the cycle and calculate the performance of airbreathing and combined cycle engines\n- Exploit the acquired knowledge to critically assess the selection of a hypersonic propulsion system for a given mission\n- Perform a preliminary design of the main subsystems of hypersonic propulsion systems" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Hypersonics"@en . . "6.0" . "To provide the basics of the hypersonic aerodynamics and the methodologies for the solution of hypersonic flows" . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Aircraft power supply systems"@en . . "6" . "Not provided" . . "Presential"@en . "FALSE" .